EXTREME MAKEOVER DAY 8: ‘Move That Bus’ Day

EL PASO, Texas –Thousands cheered “move that bus” as the Ruiz family got their first look at their new home in the Lower Valley about 2:30 p.m. Monday.

The Ruiz family arrived in a white limousine, fresh from a week-long vacation in the Bahamas. Jesus and Maria Ruiz’s two children exited the limo first, followed by their parents. Maria Ruiz immediately began embracing members of the crowd.

The crowdgathered outside the home starting early Monday morning, many with signs supporting the Ruiz family and thanking ABC for bringing the show to El Paso. Three teenage boys even painted “Move that Bus” across their chests.

The housewas turned over to the Ruiz family during of the show’s signature “Move that Bus” scene.

It was only one week ago that the Ruiz’s old home stood at the spot where the new one new stands. On Sunday painting and landscaping were finished on the two-story Spanish-style home, and water flowed from a new fountain in front of the house.

Monday morning crews appeared to be adding finishing touches on the home’s interior, such as hanging picture frames and decorations. A basketball court also looked to be going up outside.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition producers are asking spectators to bring positive signs welcoming the family home as well as canned goods to donate to the Ruiz family’s ministry and a local food bank.

Parking will be available at Abundant Living Faith Center at 1000 Valley Crest in the Lower Valley. To get to the church, take the Lee Trevino exit off I-10 and then Gateway East to Valley Crest. Go south on Valley Crest to Abundant Living Faith Center.

Shuttle buses will run on a continuous schedule to transport spectators to andfrom Abundant Living Faith Centerand the new home at 813 Los Lagos Way.

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